Providence Square Neighborhood, Winston Salem

Crime Rate & Statistics

D-

High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night

Safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Winston Salem

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 174 / 300 High

Violent Crime 154

54% above national avg

Property Crime 144

44% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is Providence Square Safe?

No — this is a high-crime area. Providence Square in Winston Salem, NC has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average of 100. Providence Square is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Winston Salem.

Compared to the Winston Salem average (crime index 102), Providence Square is 72% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 169 (69% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 105 (5% above avg)

Providence Square Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Winston Salem city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Winston Salem	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	167	+67%	+65%	High
Assault	156	+56%	+45%	High
Robbery	124	+24%	+21%	Moderate
Rape	168	+68%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	105	+5%	+1%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	157	+57%	+37%	High
Vehicle Theft	169	+69%	+54%	High

How Providence Square Compares

Crime index by category: Providence Square vs Winston Salem average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Providence Square Crime Map

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Providence Square Demographics & Context

Population

312

Median Income

$28,865

Home Value

$118,756

Median Age

Pop. Density

5,297/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 2.4%

Graduate Degree 2.6%

Housing

36%

64%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 4%

Black 81.8%

Hispanic 21.7%

Asian 0.7%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Kimberly Gateway Commons Index: 187

North Winston Index: 186

F+

Drayton Pines Index: 197

Old Cherry Index: 179

D-

Boston-Thurmond Index: 181

D-

Greenway Index: 162

C-

Cherryview Index: 177

D-

Millbrook Index: 155

C-

Providence Square Crime Map

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Winston Salem Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Providence Square, Winston Salem?

Providence Square in Winston Salem, NC has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 174, which is 74% above the national average. Compared to the Winston Salem average, crime in Providence Square is 72% higher. Providence Square is safer than 7% of neighborhoods in Winston Salem.

Is Providence Square a safe neighborhood in Winston Salem?

Providence Square has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 169), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105).

How does Providence Square compare to the rest of Winston Salem?

Providence Square's overall crime index is 174, compared to the Winston Salem average of 102. This means crime in Providence Square is 72% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 154, and for property crime it is 144. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Providence Square?

The most prevalent crime type in Providence Square is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are safer neighborhoods near Providence Square?

Nearby neighborhoods include Kimberly Gateway Commons, North Winston, Drayton Pines, Old Cherry. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Providence Square?

Providence Square has a population of approximately 312. The median household income is $28,865. The median home value is $118,756. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Providence Square crime compare to the national average?

Providence Square's overall crime rate is 74% above the national average (index 174 vs 100). Within Winston Salem, it is safer than 7% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.